Back in 1996 Mr. Denny Perry, President of Stuart M. Perry Inc. a limestone and asphalt paving company in Frederick County Virginia envisioned molding a thick stretch of rocky Orchard land into a country club quality golf course.

After many years and over one million yards of dirt hauled to create the scenic elevation changes, Mr. Perry has not only realized his vision but has given the golfing masses a "haven" of golf at an "affordable price".

With the scenic Shenandoah Valley as a starting canvas, the Rock Harbor Golf Course has firmly made its mark as one of the crown jewels of courses in the area. Tons of rock blasted from the original track of land is now used throughout the layout as a design aesthetic adding both a defining character and unique distinction separating Rock Harbor from its peers.

Amigos favorite Hole: Rock Harbor has a few holes that deserve favorite status but we decided the nasty number 12, 692-yard par 5 gets our vote.

From the elevated tee you only have to survey the fairway below to know you better have your top game in bag to par this hole.

Most would think the length alone would be enough for a good test, but with water in play all along the left and a steep hill guarding the right, any wayward shot could mean trouble in a hurry.

You have to approach the hole as a definite 3 shot hole. Managing the tricky fairway is key to keeping your score in check.  The fairway slopes slightly from right to left so take our advice and try to keep your second fairway shot well to the right.

If your safe to the fairway landing area after two shots keep in mind the slight slope that can come into play prior to your wedge shot into the green.

The large green across a small quarry pond could be a difficult shot depending on pin placement. The well-positioned bunkers will keep most from going directly at the pin.